“One dollar and eighty-seven cents. That was all.” This is the famous first line to The Gift of the Magi, published by O. Henry in 1905. Imagine that you only had $1.87 to spend for Christmas. Even in 1905, Della struggles to buy a gift for her husband, Jim. However, despite the challenges, love survives …Read More
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Three Kings’ Day, Gift of the Magi
Friday, January 6, 2017, is the 12th day of Christmas, also known as “Three Kings’ Day” or “The Feast of the Epiphany.” In many countries, this is the end of the Christmas season, and inspiration for the song “Twelve Days of Christmas.” The Magi were Wise Men who gave gifts to a Babe in a …Read More